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SP55 ELJ

2005 Kawasaki KLE500

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,017 mi
Last recorded23,017 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki KLE50012,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 ELJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 23,017 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 22,927 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 22,102 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 20,284 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,077 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 18,237 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 18,237 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear brake pedal switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 12,521 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 12,034 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 7,099 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 6,047 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 5,468 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,834 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?

Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
764
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
973
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Horn not working 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
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SP55 ELJ is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 12,072 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLE500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP55 ELJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLE500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP55 ELJ registered?

SP55 ELJ is a 2005 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is SP55 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 ELJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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